Quality Inspector

HQ Aero Management Inc. •

Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:
HQ Aero is currently recruiting for QUALITY INSPECTORS in BRIDGEPORT, WV

Responsibilities:
As a Quality Inspector, you will be required to:

Locate, identify, document, and report defects and discrepancies in aircraft structures, components, and systems.
Inspect to approve or reject final work to verify that all maintenance and repair activities conform to specified requirements.
Perform inspections of incoming parts and materials to ensure airworthiness. Perform RII inspections as authorized.
Perform aircraft airworthiness releases as authorized. Prepare and sign customer orders/maintenance releases for the Repair Station.
Perform walk around inspection of aircraft for release from maintenance.
Perform return to service process and ensure assigned aircraft meets all airworthiness requirements prior to return to service.
Provide data to customers as requested.
Document all repairs in accordance with FAA, customer, and company requirements.
Adhere to general work rules and company policies and procedures applicable to work area and job functions.

Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:

Must have an A&P license.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience performing aircraft inspections under FAR 145, 121, 135 or Military experience on commercial / military aircraft.
Experience on a regional jet (CRJ, Embraer) preferred but not a requirement.
Previous quality experience is required.
Working knowledge of aircraft part fabrication process, special tooling and machinery used in detail inspection.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 65.
Ability to calculate tolerances using specialty / calibrated measuring devices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering documents.
Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments and special tooling.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Standard Aviation Tool Kit required.
Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.

Job Type:

Full-time, Contract
Regular shift is 3 days on, 4 days off, 4 days on, 3 days off. 12-hour shifts (1st 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM 2nd 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM). - Candidate must be willing to work either shift. Overtime is available.
Travel Pay & Longevity Bonus Offered.

Essential Job Functions

Thorough knowledge of Repair Station systems, processes, procedures, and FAA Federal Aviation Regulations as applicable.
Thorough knowledge of business/commercial aircraft inspection programs including but not limited to final closeout procedures, engine installations and hidden damage inspection.
Thorough knowledge of business/commercial aircraft maintenance, preventative maintenance, rebuilding, and alteration practices as related to inspection buy-off.
Skill to measure using a variety of precision measuring devices.
Skill to use basic hand tools necessary to perform job.
Skill to interpret and operate inspection/test equipment applicable to the job.
Ability to train employees in the performance of duties in area(s) of qualification.
Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.
Must be computer proficient.
Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing.
Work Environment: Ability to work in confined spaces. FAR Part 135 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment.

DISCLAIMER
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant. The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.

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